A breakthrough in microbiome research could change how colorectal cancer is detected—no colonoscopy required. Scientists used AI to map gut bacteria at an unprecedented level of detail, revealing ...

Rainbows, jelly beans, lip glosses…there are plenty of things we want to see in a spectrum of colors. Our stool, however, isn't one of them. The good news? Temporary variations in stool color are ...

Remember the last time you pooped, stood up, turned around, and carefully took note of your log’s shape and texture?… No? Can’t recall? Well, according to gastroenterologists, you might want to start.

GLP-1 medications can alter bowel movements, with constipation and diarrhea being the most common side effects. These drugs slow digestion to help control appetite, which can lead to changes in stool ...

Having to poop midrun happens more often than you might think (or hope). In fact, this experience is so common that there’s a term for it: runner’s diarrhea, a.k.a. runner’s trots. If you’ve had loose ...

Forget checking your Oura ring data. If you really want insight into your health, you should check out your poop. Even if you don’t go to the lengths of mailing your excrement to a team of scientists ...

Learn what different stool colors can mean, from common diet-related changes to possible signs of digestive or liver issues. This poop color guide explains the most common colors, what may cause them, ...

The National Cancer Institute estimates that more than 150,000 people will receive a colorectal cancer diagnosis in 2025, and factors like gender, age, and family health history can increase your risk ...

Blood clots in stool can look dark if bleeding happens high in the digestive tract. Proper medical testing, including stool and blood tests, can help determine the cause of the blood clots. Treatments ...

Ulcerative colitis can lead to changes in your stool's texture, color, and smell. You may notice increased bowel movement frequency, which can disrupt your daily life and sleep. Frequent diarrhea and ...

Scientists have discovered that gut-born bacteria may hold the secret for treatments of everything from IBD to Parkinson’s disease. Now they just need samples from the people living in the most ...